Patient Support Assistant - Markham, Canada - Oak Valley Health

Oak Valley Health

Verified Company

Markham, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Land Acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island.

The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial.

This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

COVID Statement

Who you are:

You encompass Oak Valley Health's core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and Courage
You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for:

What we are looking for:

Assistance with close observation of patients and patient needs; including monitoring patient safety and comfort levels
Assistance with basic patient care as directed by the Nurse or Therapist (i.e. bathing, nutrition, distributing water, positioning and ambulation)
Assist with patient moves, transfers and answering call bells
Empty, change and discard: suction bottles, linen bags, provide and remove bed pans etc as directed by the Nurse
Communicate with patients/families to increase customer service
Stocking treatment areas and carts
Assistance with room set up as well as discharge room change over
Maintaining linen supplies and cleanliness of the patient rooms, utility rooms, nursing station, tub and shower rooms and patient care equipment
Other duties as assigned by the unit staff
Physical Demands:_
Frequent moderate and heavy exertion (e.g. pushing stretchers, wheelchairs, etc.)
Lifting over 60 lbs.

What you bring to the role:

Completion of a recognized personal support worker certificate or health care aide program from a community college or equivalent education
Current BCLS certification
Previous related experience, preferably in an acute care environment
Proficient computer skills; experience using Meditech is an asset
Knowledge of universal precautions and medical terminology an asset
Strong customer service, interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of an interprofessional team
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload
Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:

Compensation:

BAND CU01A:
$22.30 -$24.69

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario's leading community healthcare organizations.

Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 435,000 patients each year.

We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children's services.

We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 526 physicians, 28 midwives, 2,400 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond.

We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Are you ready to join us?

Oak Valley Health Diversity Statement
Markham Stouffville Hospital takes pride in serving some of Canada's most diverse communities.

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one's personal identity and/or values.

Furthermore, Markham Stouffville Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

Required Skills:

Required Experience